The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has formally signed the Oyo State Electricity Regulatory Bill, allowing state indigenes to hold the government accountable for all aspects of power supply.
The bill also aimed to attain energy sufficiency in the state in accordance with the 2023 Electricity Act signed by President Bola Tinubu.
Read Also: Makinde Suspends Monarch, Directs Him To Hand Over Govt Properties To LG Chairman
According to the Act, states and companies are permitted to generate, transmit and distribute electricity.
While speaking at the signing, Makinde highlighted that the step exemplifies the workings of a true federating unit, reflecting a commitment to empowering local communities.
He also mentioned that signing marks pivotal moment for the state’s energy infrastructure and governance.
